Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate.
The optimal dosage of Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule have been listed ahead. These side effects of Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule related warnings section.
Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Glaucoma as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Tamflo for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Tamflo for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule on the Kidneys?
Tamflo is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule on the Liver?
Tamflo does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Tamflo for the heart.
Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule
You can take Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule
Taking alcohol with Tamflo 0.2 Mg Capsule can be dangerous.
Rarely, Tamflo causes a persistent painful penile erection which is not related to an intercourse. This condition is known as priapism. If not treated properly, this condition can cause permanent impotence. Therefore, if you suffer from any such condition while taking Tamflo, please inform your doctor immediately.
Tamflo is a brand name for tamsulosin. It belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. It is available in the form of a tablet and capsule. It is used in men for the treatment of enlarged prostate (benign prostate hyperplasia or BPH) which may comprise painful urination, difficulty in urinating (incomplete bladder emptying, hesitation, dribbling, weak stream), urgency and frequency. It is also used for the treatment of chronic prostatitis (off-label).
No, Tamflo doesn't cause retrograde ejaculation. Retrograde ejaculation occurs when there is an abnormal ejaculation, reduced ejaculate volume and ejaculation force, absence of seminal emission and backflow of the seminal fluid from the urethra to the bladder.
Yes, Tamflo is used for the expulsion of large kidney stones. It is presumed that Tamflo helps in expulsion of kidney stones by relaxing the ureter and reducing the ureteral spasm which allows easy passage of the stone.
No, Tamflo is not a diuretic. It is rather an alpha-blocker that relaxes the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate.
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